Daily Mirror - Sri Lanka - April 23, 2025

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April 23, 2025

Cardinal Malcolm Ranjith not among aspirants for papacy

Referring to the reports on social media that Archbishop of Colombo Cardinal Malcolm Ranjith is a contender for the papacy which has fallen vacant with the death of Pope Francis, a spokesman for the Catholic Church in Sri Lanka said there is no such thing called contenders for the papacy.

2 mins

COPS MAKE U-TURN ON DAN PRIYASAD, FIRST DEAD, NOW ALIVE

The convenor of the Nawa Sinhala National Movement. SLPP political activist

1 min

Supply of Insulin running out?

MINISTER ASSURES NO SHORTAGE

1 min

Surge in Chikungunya: Health Ministry taking steps to increase facilities in hospitals

Amidst rise in Chikungunya cases in Sri Lanka, Health Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa said yesterday the Epidemiology Unit is on alert and the Health Ministry is making an intervention regarding the matter.

1 min

A 44% TARIFF ON SRI LANKA? THAT'S NOT JUST WRONG IT IS BAD ECONOMICS

The Trump administration's move to slap a 44% tariff on Sri Lankan exports, currently on pause, but not off the table is a textbook example of policy driven by headline numbers, not economic reality.

2 mins

Cardinal Malcolm Ranjith not among aspirants for papacy

\"There is no such thing called contenders for papacy. Anyone out of the 252 in the College of Cardinals can be elected as the next pope,\" Member of the Communications Committee Archdiocese of Colombo Fr. Cyril Gamini Fernando told Daily Mirror.

2 mins

Artifact stolen from Martin Wickramasinghe Foundation recovered

The suspect is currently in remand custody under an order by the Maligakanda Magistrate's Court for drug-related charges

1 min

Labourer crushed to death by 45MT crane

In what seems to be a tragic workplace accident, a shocking video footage has been circulating yesterday, where a labourer attached to Grayline 1 Container Terminal in Orugodawatta being crushed to death by a large 45MT crane in operation in the yard on Monday afternoon.

1 min

Easter Sunday attack probe underway, no need to panic: Minister

The government is questioning as to why some former government members, now in the Opposition, appear so worried about the ongoing investigations into the Easter Sunday bomb attacks, Health and Mass Media Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa said.

1 min

Police dive into 67,000 pages Easter Sunday attack Commission report

Sri Lanka Police have appointed a four-member committee to study the final report of the Presidential Commission of Inquiry into the Easter Sunday bomb attacks, which spans approximately 66,000 to 67,000 pages, police said.

1 min

Customs seize large turmeric consignment

A large consignment of turmeric worth over Rs.40 million, which had arrived in the country concealed within a 40-foot container filled with potatoes from India, was seized by the Sri Lanka Customs yesterday.

1 min

India's consent required to disclose MoUs

The government will present in Parliament all seven memoranda of understanding signed with India recently and that it will take some time as consent of both parties are needed to reveal some of the information, Cabinet Spokesman Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa said yesterday.

1 min

Timber track for greener ride

SUSTAINABLE USE OF TIMBER FOR CARBON NEUTRAL ECONOMY IN SRI LANKA

4 mins

Businessman has narrow escape

A leading businessman in Devamottawa in Andiambalama had a narrow escape from being gunned down last morning. The 37-year-old businessman was a leading personality of the area.

1 min

LG elections and silence of the Commissioner of Elections

In mid-March this year, the Commissioner of Elections announced the long overdue local government (LG) elections would be held on May 6 this year. God willing, this time around, the LG elections will hopefully be held in a timely fashion. The term of office for 340 out of 341 local government authorities expired on March 19, 2023.

2 mins

A vibrant showcase of budding talent

Students of Trinity College London in Sri Lanka recently showcased their talents at the Top Scorers' Concert and Awards Ceremony held at the Bishop's College Auditorium. The event witnessed the participation of students of various age groups who showcased their talents in music, drama and performance arts.

1 min

CCRT4 AND NSS PARTNERSHIP HELP UPLIFT CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL NEEDS

The Colombo Cinnamon Round Table 4 (CCRTA) is a network of professionals and community leaders dedicated to social service, leadership, fellowship and networking initiatives. Among its many projects, CCRT4 stands out as a long-term benefactor of the Nawodaya Special School (NSS) in Moratuwa, reinforcing its commitment to empowering education for all children in Sri Lanka.

5 mins

1Q tea output expands 6.2% YoY on broad elevation gains

Sri Lanka's tea production rose 6.2 percent in the first quarter of 2025, supported by gains across key growing elevations, official data showed.

1 min

Cabinet nod to undertake feasibility study for water-based tourism

In a bid to leverage water resources, the Cabinet of Ministers has green lit a proposal to explore the development of water-based tourism and passenger transport services through a public-private partnership (PPP).

1 min

SL moves to regulate gambling sports with new draft legislation

Cabinet has granted approval this week to publish a draft bill aimed at establishing a new independent regulatory body for the gambling sports industry, signalling a major move towards formalising and supervising a growing and largely unregulated sector.

1 min

Fitch assigns Siyapatha Finance's proposed senior debt ‘A(EXP)(lka)' rating

Fitch Ratings has assigned Siyapatha Finance PLC’s (A(lka)/Stable) proposed Sri Lankan rupee-denominated senior unsecured debentures of up to Rs. 5 billion an expected National Long-Term Rating of 'A(EXP)(lka)'.

1 min

No Russian charter flights to Sri Lanka until October

Sri Lanka will not host Russian charter flights during the off-season due to diminished demand and a lack of summer promotions, according to the Association of Tour Operators of Russia (ATOR).

1 min

Indices close in red

Indices closed in red as a result of price losses in counters such as Commercial Bank, Hatton National Bank and Hayleys with the turnover crossing Rs. 991 mn.

1 min

Mixed sentiment keeps market in neutral territory

The secondary market exhibited a mixed tone yesterday, culminating in a broadly neutral performance amid moderate trading volumes.

1 min

ComBank among Global Finance's Best Banks again

Commercial Bank of Ceylon has once again been recognised as the Best Bank in Sri Lanka by the US-based Global Finance magazine, conferring this coveted accolade on the bank for an unprecedented 23rd year.

1 min

New Anthoney's- PickMe to deliver SL's first antibiotic-free chicken range

In a move set to bring ease and convenience for consumers to enjoy the finest, high-quality, ethically sourced meats, Meatlery, New Anthoney's premier meat supermarket, has partnered with PickMe.

1 min

Browns' IoT ideation wins Sri Lanka Technology Excellence Award

Brown & Company was recently awarded the Sri Lanka Technology Excellence Award for IoT — Energy for iGen G500, an applied internet of things (IoT)-based generator monitoring device and solution, in recognition for its latest innovation in digitalisation, at Asian Technology Excellence Awards 2024.

1 min

NCE expands regional outreach programme to empower suppliers

TO BUILD SRI LANKA'S NEXT GENERATION OF EXPORTERS

3 mins

SRI LANKA'S BEST YOUNG BOXERS BEGIN RESIDENTIAL TRAINING

In a major step towards preparing for the upcoming ASBC Asian Under-22 and Youth Boxing Championships, the Boxing Association of Sri Lanka (BASL) has commenced a high-performance residential training camp at the Police Training School in Katukurunda.

2 mins

John Tarbat provincial meet from May 8

The Sri Lanka Schools Athletics (SLSA) will conduct the provincial level stage one events of the 54th Ritzbury Sir John Tarbat Junior Athletic Championship 2025 on May 8 and 9 at the Public Stadium in Beliatta.

1 min

NextGen Champions League kicks off in style

The NextGen Champions League organised by Colombo Kickerz Football Academy began on Saturday at Moragasmulla Grounds, in Rajagiriya.

1 min

7th SSC Open International Rating Chess Championship in Matara

The 7th SSC Open International Rating Chess Championship organised by the SSC Chess Academy on behalf of the Chess Federation of Sri Lanka [CFSL] and the World Chess Federation [FIDE] will be held from May 1 to 6 at the Grand Rocland Hotel Matara.

1 min

SLC unveils modern swimming pool facility at HPC

Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) yesterday unveiled a state-of-the-art eight-lane swimming pool at the National High-Performance Centre (HPC), located at the R. Premadasa International Cricket Stadium in Colombo.

1 min

THE UNFORGIVEN WOMAN

Why Society Fears the Single, Unmarried, Successful Woman

4 mins

Taoist Wisdom for a Stronger Leadership

Leadership, through the lens of Tao, becomes less about control and more about clarity. Less about constant action, and more about wise alignment.

2 mins

By Dividing Classrooms, Are We Dividing Our Nation?

Sri Lanka's geo-strategic location in the Indian Ocean has over the centuries given it a diverse ethnic makeup. Today, we fancy ourselves to be a multicultural utopia, and refer proudly to our multicultural heritage where Buddhists, Hindus, Christians, and Muslims live side by side. We have temples, churches, kovils, and mosques all along the same street, festivals every second month, and a flag that tries its best to encompass us all! And yet, ask a school child what they know about another religion (or their own, for that matter!), and you end up with a blank face, a “no clue” shrug of the shoulders, a memorised textbook answer, or worse still, a stereotype.

2 mins

KILI PAUL

From the Heart of Tanzania to the Beat of Bollywood

3 mins

Sanjeev in Concert with Tharuka & Cheran

On Friday the 25th of April, audiences at the Lionel Wendt Theatre are in for a heart-warming and musically rich evening, as acclaimed performer and choir director Sanjeev Jayaratnam takes to the stage with his sons Tharuka and Cheran for a one-night-only concert that celebrates great music, family, connection, and shared creativity.

2 mins

AN EVENING WITH THE CLASSICAL MASTERS

The Chamber Music Society of Colombo (CMSC) presents An Evening with the Masters, a concert celebrating the beauty of classical music.

1 min

Berry Much in Nuwara Eliya kicks off from 16 to 27 April

Local berry brand Berry Much has organised a special event titled 'Berry Much in Nuwara-Eliya', set to take place in Nuwara Eliya from 16 to 27 April, offering visitors a unique lakeside experience with food, fun, and fresh produce.

1 min

INDULGE IN DECADENT DESSERTS AT TABLE BY NYNE

Nestled in the heart of Colombo, Table by Nyne presents a dessert menu that blends classic favourites with innovative new flavours. From the delightful Baked Alaska to the rich, caramelised notes of Jaggery and Coconut Crème Brûlée, each dish is crafted to delight every sweet tooth.

1 min

"Wheels on the Bus" Rolls Out Joy for 20 Little Hearts in Colombo

In a heartwarming initiative that brought wide smiles and unforgettable memories, the Leo Club of Thalangama Golden City took 20 underprivileged children on a joyful journey through the heart of Colombo, marking their signature community outreach project, Wheels on the Bus.

1 min

KIM KARDASHIAN

From sex tape to Oval Office via TV and Instagram

3 mins

Stigmata 25th Anniversary celebrations lift off with head-banging first

Sri Lankan heavy metal trailblazers Stigmata kickstarted their year-long 25 th Anniversary celebrations with their first head-banging gig of the year titled \"Silver Jubilee: 25 Years of Steel\" at the Main Sports Bar and Restaurant - Havelock City Mall recently.